Middlesbrough to Portsmouth train

Thu, Nov 06
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$134

Average price

$149

Fastest journey

5 h 49 m

Average duration

6 h 8 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

420 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Middlesbrough for Portsmouth on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 420 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 49 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

LNER
05:49AM6h27
Middlesbrough
12:16PMPortsmouth
$1341One-way
0 transfers
LNER
07:48AM5h49
Middlesbrough
01:37PMPortsmouth
$1641One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Middlesbrough to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €148.

Distance: 260 miles (420 km)

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€129

Average price

€40

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€223

Average price

6h 20m

Average total duration

5h 50m

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30m

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9h 49m

Average total duration

9h 19m

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4h 15m

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1h 15m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Middlesbrough to Portsmouth train times

The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Portsmouth trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:52 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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london_north_eastern_railway7:48 AM Middlesbrough
5h49
1:37 PM Portsmouth0 transfersDirect
london_north_eastern_railway9:47 AM Middlesbrough
5h43
3:30 PM Portsmouth0 transfersDirect
Friday, November 7
london_north_eastern_railway5:49 AM Middlesbrough
6h27
12:16 PM Portsmouth0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth

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Trains from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€84) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (420 km) distance in 5h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $23 (€19)
Distance
260 miles (420 km)
Average train duration
5h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
$103 (€84)
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
5h 40m
First train
04:25
Last train
20:49
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $23 (€19)

FAQs: Trains from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Spending two to three days in Portsmouth is generally enough to explore key attractions such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and enjoy the vibrant waterfront.
Train ticket prices from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $103 (€84), while the average price is around $159 (€129).
The distance by train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth is 260 miles (420 km).
The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth is by bus, with a cost of around $23 (€19).
A day trip from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 40m, and the distance is 260 miles (420 km). Trains run with a frequency of 3 per day.
The first train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth leaves at 4:25 AM.
The train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth takes 5h 40m and runs 3 per day.
The train journey from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth offers varied scenery, including views of the North York Moors, the historic city of York, and parts of the scenic South Downs near Portsmouth, providing a mix of urban and natural landscapes.
The last train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth leaves at 8:49 PM.
The train station in Middlesbrough that goes to Portsmouth is Middlesbrough station (MBR), which connects to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth.
No, you cannot take the train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth.
There is no direct train service currently available from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth

Middlesbrough
Portsmouth
The major train station for departures in Middlesbrough is Middlesbrough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Middlesbrough for your trip from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Middlesbrough
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.

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